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Explore the Enticing Ohrid’s MICE Appeal

Convenient airport connections and proximity to Tirana, upscale hotel facilities, and remarkable landmarks elevate the entire MICE experience in Ohrid. Surrounded by gorgeous Ohrid landscapes, the upscale Ohrid hotels build flawless MICE experience. Top-notch Inex Olgica, Metropol Lake Resort, and Unique Resort & Spa hotels accommodate memorable events. Hotels’ conference halls, training rooms and restaurants with state-of-the art audio-visual technology at the attendees’ disposal can be rearranged to suit a variety of events from product launches to international conferences.

A distinctive establishment with a history spanning half a century, Inex Olgica is conveniently located in the proximity of the Ohrid Airport or the Old Town, which makes it a perfect choice for hosting corporate events or incentive tours. The hotel features 117 rooms, 6 suites, 2 presidential suites, spa, private beach, parking lot, 3 conference halls that can accommodate 40-300 people convenient for hosting versatile corporate events, Restaurant and Outdoor Terrace that can accommodate up to 280 people suitable for organizing business cocktails or product launches. Regardless of the occasion, the attendees can rely on impeccable service to meet the requirements of the event. On the other hand, the integration of natural materials and North Macedonian elegance in the Metropol Lake Resort complex creates an inviting ambiance to organize a memorable corporate event. Metropol Lake Resort features 110 rooms, 5 suites, a resident suite, 800-meter-long private beach with beach amenities, the restaurants renowned for unique combination of both North Macedonian and international aromas and flavors, as well as a congress centre comprising 8+ conference rooms with a 400 pax maximum capacity. 

Plan Unfading Incentives in Ohrid

Ohrid exhibits a great potential for planning unfading culture incentives and team building experiences. A part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Old Town embodies a genuine pearl in the Balkans. Renowned for its tiny streets, the Old Town showcases numerous traditions that have left an indelible mark, shaping Ohrid’s cultural identity. Ohrid’s churches, without any doubt, exemplify the symbol of the town. The legend states that there used to be 365 churches, one per each day in a year. Unfortunately, many of them have been destroyed, whereas the significant ones such as St Kliment and Panteleimon Church, St Jovan Kaneo, Holy Virgin Perivlepta or St Sophia Church, have undergone restorations. Peculiarly enough, a number of artisanship is located in the vicinity of St Sophia Church, including the original Filevi and Tanevi families’ Ohrid pearl making esteemed tradition. Finally, the Museum of Paper demonstrates manual paper manufacturing on the Guthenberg’s printing press as well as the creation of distinctive souvenirs promoting North Macedonian cultural heritage. The remnants of the impressive Hellenistic Amphitheater from the 2nd century BC testify the tumultuous history of Ohrid, embodying a scenic setting to accommodate a plethora of corporate events.

Samuel’s Fortress, located in the proximity of the Old Town, has occupied a prominent position in Ohrid’s history since the antiquity. Named after Bulgarian tsar Samuel believed to have renewed the ancient citadel and its 3-kilometer-long towers and ramparts, Samuel’s Fortress emerges as the most attractive Ohrid site hiding vibrant medieval heritage. Centuries after fortress’ transition into a historic site, numerous archeological excavations testify the grandeur and significance of Ancient-Macedonian heritage.

Located at the confluence of the Black Drim (Crni Drim) into Ohrid Lake, St. Naum Monastery bears significance for spreading culture and Christianity, supporting the growth of Slavic culture, literacy and art. The eponymous monastery was founded in 900 by St. Naum, a disciple of renowned missionaries Cyril and Method. Unfortunately, the original frescoes have not been preserved, however, the imposing frescoes from the 19th depicting episodes from St. Naum’s life dominate the monastery complex. 

Being one of the largest and deepest lakes in Europe, the astounding Ohrid lake provides facilities for memorable incentives and team buildings. The habitat of the autochthonous Ohrid trout features rich biodiversity particularly at the confluence of the Crni Drim into Ohrid lake, enabling the admiration of regional biodiversity through cruising. The 300-meter-deep lake facilitates adventure-fueled activities like scuba diving, whereas the thrilling paragliding adventure opens the new perspective on Ohrid lake scenery. 

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